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Nikon 5.8cm (58mm) f/1.4 NIKKOR-S Non AI Nippon Kogaku Japan PAT. Pend Manual Focus Lens {52} Early Version
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Nikon NIKKOR-S 58mm f/1.4 Non-AI, a pre-AI legend from Nippon Kogaku
This 58mm f/1.4 NIKKOR-S represents Nikon at its earliest, manufactured by Nippon Kogaku Japan and marked with a PAT. Pend. designation that places it among the first iterations of this classic normal-fast prime. The Nikon F Non-AI mount and manual focus operation are what define it, this is a lens built entirely for deliberate, mechanical shooting. At f/1.4, it opens wide enough to work in low available light and to separate a subject from its background with the kind of rendering that modern glass has largely abandoned.
The 52mm filter thread is a standard Nikon size, so finding glass for it is straightforward. Shooters drawn to this lens are rarely after clinical resolution, they're after character, provenance, and the specific rendering qualities that this optical formula from the Nippon Kogaku era produces. On modern Nikon F-mount bodies with proper adapter or modification, or on mirrorless systems via a F-mount adapter, this lens continues to find working photographers who value what it does at f/1.4. Owning an early PAT. Pend. version means you have one of the first expressions of a design that defined a generation of Nikon glass.
Who It's For
Film photographers shooting Nikon F-mount compatible bodies will appreciate the mechanical purity of a Non-AI lens built for fully manual operation. Street and documentary shooters who prefer zone-focusing or deliberate manual technique benefit from the 58mm field of view and f/1.4 maximum aperture. Mirrorless photographers using F-mount adapters on Sony, Fujifilm, or other systems can put this lens to work as a characterful manual-focus portrait and available-light prime. Collectors focused on Nippon Kogaku provenance will recognize the PAT. Pend. designation as a marker of genuine early production.
Key Features
- 58mm focal length with f/1.4 maximum aperture
- Nikon F Non-AI mount for vintage film and adapted digital bodies
- Manual focus operation, mechanical design
- 52mm filter thread, standard Nikon size
- Nippon Kogaku Japan manufacture with PAT. Pend. early version designation
- Classic optical formula built for subject separation and low-light work
FAQ
- What mount does this NIKKOR-S 58mm have, and will it work on modern Nikon bodies?
- This is a Nikon F Non-AI mount lens. It won't couple directly with AI or AF-S bodies without mechanical modification or an adapter. On modern F-mount DSLRs or mirrorless systems via an F-mount adapter, you'll need to focus manually and meter separately or use stop-down metering.
- Is this an early production version?
- Yes - the PAT. Pend. (Patent Pending) marking places this among the first iterations of the NIKKOR-S 58mm f/1.4 design, manufactured by Nippon Kogaku Japan.
- What filter size does it take?
- 52mm. That's a standard Nikon size, so filter availability is straightforward.
- Why would I use this lens over a modern 50mm or 58mm?
- Character and rendering. The optical formula from the Nippon Kogaku era produces a specific look at f/1.4 that differs from contemporary glass - subject separation and bokeh texture are part of the appeal. This is a lens for photographers who value provenance and mechanical shooting.
- Can I use this on a mirrorless camera?
- Yes, with an F-mount adapter. You'll focus manually on the screen or in the viewfinder, and meter using the camera's built-in light meter (no lens-to-body communication will occur).
- Is this lens autofocus?
- No. The NIKKOR-S 58mm f/1.4 is manual focus only - that's integral to its design and operation.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 58mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Mount | Nikon F (Non-AI) |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.
| Brand Name | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Focus Type | Manual focus (only) |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Non-Ai |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal |
| Max Focal Length | 58mm |
| Min Focal Length | 58mm |
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Noticeably used with average signs of wear. Shows moderate wear for the age of the item, with the possibility of blemishes and/or minimal dings. Lens glass may have average dust and zoom/focus ring tension may have slight looseness or tightness overall, but will not affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
Bargain
Bargain
Frequently used with above-average wear. May have dents, dings, or finish loss. Lens glass may have small scratches, dust, and blemishes, and zoom/focus ring tension may have moderate looseness or tightness overall, but should not affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
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